Anetol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Anetol Benefits & Uses

Anetol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Anetol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Anetol Related Warnings

Is the use of Anetol safe for pregnant women?

Anetol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Anetol safe during breastfeeding?

Anetol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Anetol on the Kidneys?

Anetol rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Anetol on the Liver?

Anetol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Anetol on the Heart?

Anetol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Anetol with Other Drugs

Anetol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Anetol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anetol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Anetol

Is this Anetol habit forming or addictive?

Anetol does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Anetol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Anetol should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Anetol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Anetol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Anetol

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Anetol and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Anetol

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Anetol as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Anetol

Question over 5 years ago

What is Anetol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Anetol is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

What precautions should be taken while taking Anetol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Anetol is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Anetol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

You should take the minimum effective dose of Anetol that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.

Question almost 5 years ago

If I am allergic to Anetol then what should I do?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

If you are allergic to Anetol then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

What is the treatment for Anetol poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Anetol is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Anetol ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Anetol poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.